How can I log in to my Barclaycard Arrival account online?

You can redeem your Barclaycard Arrival Plus miles through your online account on the Barclays website, your mobile app, or by contacting customer service, at the number on the back of your card. One of the best things about Barclaycard Arrival Plus card is how easy it is to redeem miles. Rather than booking travel with miles, which limits your options, you can simply use miles to pay for any eligible travel-related expense that posts to your account. Alternatively, you can redeem miles for cash back statement credits, gift cards, and merchandise.... read full answer

Here is how to redeem Barclaycard Arrival Plus miles:

1. Log in to your online account.
2. Select the “Rewards & Benefits” tab.
3. Click “Redeem my miles” from the "Start Using My Miles" section.

Select “Travel Statement Credits,” "Shopping," "Gift Cards," or "Cash Back Statement Credits," depending on your preferred redemption option. Then select "Redeem Now". Just keep in mind that miles are worth more when redeeming for travel purchases.

Here is what you can redeem your Barclaycard Arrival Plus miles for:

• Travel statement credits: Offers the best value and includes a wide array of purchases like: airlines, hotels, car rentals, cruises, travel agencies, trains, buses, trains, tours, timeshares, and more.
• Cash back statement credits: You can redeem your miles for statement credits that cover your credit card bill.
• Gift card: You will be able to also redeem gift cards or e-gift cards for a variety of retailers.
• Shopping: You can also redeem miles for available merchandise that will be shipped to the address you have on record.

Barclaycard Arrival Plus offers flexible redemption options, with added value when redeeming toward most of your travel expenses. You can learn more about miles worth by checking out the Barclaycard Rewards Program Review.

You can check your Barclaycard application status on the Barclays application status webpage. Just enter your last name, the last 4 digits of your Social Security Number, your zip code, and your email address. It can take Barclays can 7-14 days to approve or deny credit card applications.

If your application is still pending online, you can call the Barclays reconsideration line at ... read full answer(866) 408-4064 for a faster decision. The reconsideration line is intended as an appeal option for people who’ve been denied a credit card, but it’s also helpful if you want to speak to a Barclays employee about a pending application. They should have the latest information about your application status.

You won’t be able to check on the status of a credit application through the main customer service lines. If you call to check on an application, the automated system will direct you to the Barclays application status website.

What to Do if You’re Denied

Approved applicants will get their new Barclays credit card within 14 days of approval. If you’re denied, you’ll receive a letter in the mail within 30 days explaining why. Denied applicants who have extra information that could potentially tip the scales the other way can call the Barclaycard reconsideration line at (866) 408-4064. You’ll be connected with an analyst who can discuss your application. The line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

You can no longer apply for the Barclaycard Arrival Plus card, as it's no longer available to new applicants.

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